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Episode 2514:

Dr. Diana Kirschner explores how frenemies, friends or family members who subtly undermine your love life, can be major roadblocks to finding lasting love. Their negativity, jealousy, or unsolicited criticism can fuel self-doubt and sabotage relationships. By identifying these toxic influences, understanding their motivations, and using strategies like journaling, boundary-setting, and Positive Shaping Talk, you can transform your inner circle into a source of support rather than sabotage.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lovein90days.com/beware-of-frenemies/

Quotes to ponder:

"You know that the people in your posse love you and mean well but don’t always know how to show it."

"If they are too negative or abusive you may temporarily need to break off the relationship so that your energy is freely devoted to creating love."

"Often you are unconsciously encouraging your Frenemies to be negative by complaining to them about what is wrong with your boyfriend."

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